ENFORCEMENT MANAGER – Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (BoMRA) 594 views

The Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (BoMRA) is an organisation set up under the Medicines and Related Substances Act (MRSA) of 2013 and was established by the Botswana Government to regulate the supply chain of medicines and related substances, cosmetics and medical devices in order to ensure their quality, safety and efficacy. The Authority is looking for Talent to occupy the following position and become a part of a vibrant High performing team.

ENFORCEMENT MANAGER (XI)

Reporting directly to the Director, Licensing & Enforcement.

Main Purpose of Job

Your role will be to ensure compliance to the Medicines and Related Substances Act of 2013. You will be responsible for providing effective planning and coordination of enforcement and investigations; assist in ensuring compliance with statutory frameworks.

Main Duties:

• To oversee and conduct investigations & enforcement activities.
• To carry out investigations of possible infringements of the Medicines and Related Substances Act and other relevant legislations.

-To recommend appropriate criminal and administrative sanctions and ensure the necessary investigations and information is compiled to ensure enforcement of decisions.

-Toplan&colla borate with other I ocal a nd international institutions and regulatory bodies, to ensure enforcement of relevant legislation & regulations.

-To partner & work with relevant stakeholders to build intelligence on illegal activities in the pharmaceutical sector.

-To provide reports & advise the Director on all matters pertaining to enforcement.

• To work & partner with the Manager Public Relations & Communications to sensitize the pharmaceutical sector & general public on matters of pharmaceutical regulation & compliance respectively.
• To work with other Directorates to develop an online database for educating & informing the general public on all illicit, falsified & counterfeit medicines & products.
• To develop and implement guidelines, manuals & standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the department.
• Provide leadership to staff in the unit by ensuring effective support, capacity building, performance management & motivation strategies are applied to enable delivery of effective services & results.
• Undertake any other responsibilities, tasks or activities as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree

 

in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Veterinary, Medicine, Law and related field with appropriate experience. A Master’s degree is an added advantage. Registration with a professional body is essential.

• Work experience: A Minimum of 5 years work experience in enforcement, regulatory and/or investigative environments. The individual must have served in a supervisory role for

a minimum of 3 years working with electronic platforms monitoring and people management.

• Essential skills: Strong understanding of Criminal and Administrative Law.; strong understanding of the Botswana context of pharmaceutical supply & distribution channels, and legislative system governing pharmaceuticals; and good knowledge of ICT applications;
• Competencies: High level of Integrity; Keen attention to detail; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to write clear and comprehensive technical reports; team work.